@felixtheanimator @dansup I suggest using managed hosting. I use Fedi Monster (https://Fedi.monster) who handles the technical details so I can just focus on snapping pictures on #Pixelfed.
They currently are not accepting signups for new clients, but if you live in the European Union ?? then you can contact @weingaertner_it who can setup a Pixelfed account for you.
?? https://weingaertner-it.de/index.php/produkt-kategorie/pixelfed-hosting/